The Apuane Alps are a remote area of northern Tuscany - a world away from the towns and rolling hills of the south. There are few other walkers and the villagers make you feel truly welcome. This walk has many attractive ingredients, from wide mountain vistas, to remote hamlets surrounded by forest and mountain scenery. From the small unassuming town of Fornaci di Barga you'll enter the Apuane forests, climbing up through chestnut woods and dropping down through vineyards to the ancient village of Verni, home to an impressive series of limestone massifs rising up to 2000m. The Apuanes are famous for their scenery of white marble towers, abysses and the largest cave system in Italy. During the walk you'll explore remote chapels, climb Monte Forato (1223m) and visit the 'Grotta del Vento' with its subterranean lakes. You'll also have the option to ascend Pania della Croce (1860m) before visiting the hermitage at Calomini.
Accommodation
All nights in carefully chosen, walker-friendly B&Bs, hotels or guesthouses. Depending on the route a variety of accommodation standards may be available to suit different budgets - please get in touch for more information.
Breakfast
All cooked breakfasts included.
Ground transfers
Secure, reliable luggage transfer between overnight stops.
Support
Information pack including route notes & maps. 24 hour emergency telephone support.
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